Rapidmix Mobile Continuous Concrete Mixing Plant Enables KwaMhlanga Group to “Double Roadwork Production” in South Africa.
KwaMhlanga Group improved its road subbase production with a Rapidmix mobile continuous concrete mixing plant in South Africa. Introduction KwaMhlanga Group, a well-established civil engineering contractor in Gauteng province, needed a better solution for producing road subbase material. To enhance their operations, they turned to Rapid International for a mobile concrete mixing plant that would deliver greater precision and higher output. The Problem Previously, KwaMhlanga faced challenges with inconsistent blending of emulsions, cement, and aggregates, which affected product quality and slowed production. Their existing process was inefficient and did not fully meet the demands of growing road rehabilitation projects. What Work Was Carried Out After extensive research, KwaMhlanga invested in the Rapidmix 400CW, a mobile continuous concrete mixing plant. The system offers precise weighing for all ingredients using load cell-suspended conveyors and rotary valves, supported by an advanced control system that stores multiple mix recipes. This technology ensures accurate blending of cement, water, and aggregates to produce stable and high-quality subbase materials. The Results The Rapidmix plant significantly increased production capacity, nearly doubling KwaMhlanga’s output on roadwork projects. Improved blending accuracy enhanced product quality, and faster processing allowed the company to use its aggregate stockpiles more efficiently. These benefits translated into better competitiveness and time savings on-site. Closing Note KwaMhlanga has started testing roller compacted concrete applications with support from the Rapidmix technology, aiming to introduce this method more widely in South Africa. The plant’s mobility, ease of setup, and high throughput make it a versatile solution for various infrastructure projects demanding reliable, large-volume concrete mixes.
Another Rapid Success for Skene Group
Skene Group expanded their ready mix capabilities with a custom-built Rapid International plant designed for fast and efficient concrete batching. Introduction Skene Group, a leading construction supply company based in Scotland, commissioned Rapid International to deliver a ready mix plant for their Glenrothes depot. The new plant was modeled on a previous successful installation to meet their growing production needs. The Problem Skene Group needed a facility that could quickly and reliably load 8 cubic meter mixer trucks in about four minutes. This speed was essential to keep up with demand and maintain smooth operations at their depot. What Work Was Carried Out Rapid International designed and installed a ready mix plant capable of producing up to 90 cubic meters per hour. The setup includes three large cement silos, a Rapid R2000 pan mixer, and significant aggregate storage. It uses the Pneutrol Dynamix Batching Control System to ensure precise, safe batching. Rapid tailored the plant to handle over 1000 cubic meters of concrete per day, with attention to both performance and operator safety. The Results Skene Group achieved their target to efficiently load 8 cubic meter mixer trucks within the set timeframe. The plant’s reliable performance and custom features have supported their operations, helping maintain high-quality output and consistent production rates. Closing Note With this bespoke plant, Skene Group benefits from a durable and efficient solution that delivers both precision and productivity, reflecting Rapid’s commitment to quality and customer-focused design.
Rapid International Bespoke Static Concrete Batching Plant Supports Stanton Bonna’s Strategic Growth Plans, Improving Capacity & Efficiency.
Stanton Bonna upgraded their aging batching plant with a custom-built Rapid static concrete batching plant to boost capacity, improve efficiency, and support their growth plans. Introduction Stanton Bonna, a well-established UK manufacturer of precast concrete products, wanted to improve their production capabilities at their Derbyshire facility. They turned to Rapid International for a tailored batching plant solution suited to their specific needs. The Problem Their previous batching plant was an older tower-type system that had become unreliable due to age and wear. It faced frequent breakdowns, costly maintenance, limited spare parts availability, and could not meet the increased concrete volume demands required by the company’s expanding product range and growth strategy. What Was Done Rapid worked closely with Stanton Bonna to design a bespoke tower batching plant with a compact footprint that would fit the site while increasing output. The new plant features two Rapid planetary mixers with a combined output of around 80 cubic meters per hour and includes an integrated high-pressure automatic mixer washout system. Large elevated aggregate bins reduced the need for ground-level storage and minimized use of loading shovels. The plant design provides easy access across multiple levels for maintenance and cleaning. Winterisation features were added to protect operations in colder weather. Results The new batching plant improved reliability, increased capacity, and streamlined processes. Stanton Bonna benefited from enhanced efficiency, reduced manual handling, and a system built to support future product lines and growing production requirements. Closing Note The partnership between Stanton Bonna and Rapid showed how careful collaboration and thoughtful design can modernize aging infrastructure, delivering lasting improvements in performance and flexibility.
